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Slow Cooker Cranberry Pot Roast

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Make a tender, sweet and savory beef roast using your slow cooker. This set-and-forget recipe is perfect for Sunday supper or holiday meals.

Ingredients

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  • 3 lb beef chuck roast
  • 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
  • 1 packet (1 oz) dry onion soup mix
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1/2 cup whole berry cranberry sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Place the chuck roast in the bottom of your slow cooker.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the beef broth, cranberry sauce, Worcestershire sauce, thyme, pepper, and salt.
  3. Pour the liquid mixture over the roast. Sprinkle the dry onion soup mix evenly over the top of the roast.
  4. Scatter the fresh or frozen cranberries around the roast.
  5. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours, or on high for 4 to 5 hours, until the beef is very tender.
  6. Remove the roast from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks, or slice it. Return the meat to the liquid to keep it warm.
  7. Serve the cranberry pot roast hot with the cooking liquid spooned over the top. This pairs well with mashed potatoes or warm rolls.

Notes

  • For an even richer flavor, you can sear the chuck roast in a hot skillet with a little oil before placing it in the slow cooker.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, remove the liquid from the slow cooker after the roast is done and simmer it on the stovetop until reduced, or mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water and stir it into the hot liquid until thickened.
  • This recipe is excellent for make-ahead holiday dinner preparation.

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